Why we routinely turn to this traditional, quick recipe is no mystery. I’m still not sure how 5 ingredients and 30 minutes can make something so tasty and satisfying. Maybe I’ll ponder that mystery as I serve up another helping. This simple mix of black beans and brown rice gave rise to Indian black bean … Read more
Canned beans are a convenient and nutritious pantry staple that can be used in many quick and easy recipes. However, when you open a can of beans, you’ll notice they are packed in a thick, cloudy liquid. This liquid helps preserve the beans, but it is mostly made up of starch, salt, and other preservatives … Read more
Lima beans, also known as butter beans, are a delicious and nutritious legume that comes in a variety of colors. However, the most common lima bean varieties are green and white. So what causes this color difference, and does it impact the bean’s taste or nutrition? The Science Behind Lima Bean Color The main factor … Read more
Experience the warmth of home cooking with Mom’s Oven Baked Beans. They’re a delightful mix of sweetness, tanginess, and rich bacon—the perfect BBQ side dish!. I don’t know about you, but there are definitely certain side dishes that I love eating during summertime. For me, it’s fresh fruit, macaroni salad, potato salad, and these baked … Read more
Beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber. However, their high fiber content can cause digestive issues like bloating and gas for some people. Many wonder if soaking beans before cooking can help reduce these unwanted side effects. How Beans Cause Gas Beans contain complex sugars called oligosaccharides that our bodies cannot fully … Read more
The fact that you can play around with the chili recipe is one of the best things about making a big pot of chili. Unusual vegetables or turkey instead of beef? Your recipe is limited only by your imagination. If you choose a vegetarian chili recipe or just want to make chili that is heavy … Read more
For coffee lovers who buy whole bean coffee, an important question is how much ground coffee you get from a certain amount of whole beans. Knowing bean to ground ratios helps you plan how much coffee to purchase and brew. When measuring coffee, weight is more accurate than volume. But when you don’t have a … Read more
Red bean ice cream is a delicious frozen dessert that originated in East and Southeast Asian countries like China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. As someone who loves trying foods from different cultures, I was eager to get my hands on this Asian ice cream and see what all the fuss was about In this … Read more
The ice cream bean is an exotic tropical fruit that is gaining popularity around the world for its delicious sweet flavor and unique texture. Native to the Amazon rainforest, this curious bean pod encases a soft, cotton-like creamy pulp that truly resembles the flavor of vanilla ice cream. In this article, I’ll explain everything you … Read more
Soy sauce is made from water, salt, soy beans, and wheat flour. Fermented black beans are made from black beans, salt, and water. There is also water, sugar, salt, dehydrated garlic, soy oil, rice wine made from water, rice, and wheat, and modified corn starch. Black bean sauce is a hugely popular ingredient in Chinese … Read more